Our 2026 Cheerful Giving initiative will open up for registration on Friday, November 20, 2026 at 8:00am EST. This initiative provides sensory toys, tools, and supports for autistic persons in need.

Applicants can choose ONE item from one of our Amazon Wishlists that costs less than $50.00. We have over 200 items sorted into groups for easier viewing. Items on the list include headphones, fidget toys, sensory lamps, weighted vests and blankets, books, and so much more! Please take time to review the lists in advance so that you will choose the best item for yourself or your loved one.

• Autistic persons of any age can participate, but they must live in the continental United States.
• PO Box addresses are not accepted.
• Several autistic persons from one household may apply, but you must apply separately for each person.
• Proof of an autism diagnosis is required.
• Early applications will be deleted. Please do not apply before registration opens on 11/20/26 at 8am EST. 
• Please do not submit duplicate applications.
• Please make sure that you read the terms and conditions for your participation.

Additional Information to Know

• We choose applicants on a first come, first served basis. We will close registration when we reach the maximum number of applicants our funding allows.
• We will not hold a spot for incomplete applications. Only complete applications will be considered. This includes adequate proof of an autism diagnosis and a sensory item that meets our program rules.
• Giving Tuesday is coming up this year on December 1, 2026. If you would like to support our work and see programs like this expand, please consider making a donation here.

Feel free to share information about Cheerful Giving with any autistic person who can benefit from these resources. Thank your for your interest in our Cheerful Giving Initiative!

Disclaimer

By participating in Cheerful Giving, you agree to release the Autism Faith Network, Inc. from any liability or claim with respect to bodily injury, personal injury, illness, death, or property damage that may result from the item you chose for Cheerful Giving.  We, the Participant and/or the Guardian, Release and forever discharge and hold harmless Autism Faith Network and its successors and assigns from any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from participating in this initiative with the Autism Faith Network, including claims arising out of negligence.